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		<title>Gucci Support F.F.A.W.N this Autumn</title>
		<link>http://thewatchlab.co.uk/2009/09/23/gucci-support-f-f-a-w-n-this-autumn/</link>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 23 Sep 2009 20:06:02 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Martyn</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[This Autumn Gucci will be donate $100 of each sale of the Gucci Twirl to the non-profit organisation founded by Mary J. Blige F.F.A.W.N (Foundation for the Advancement of Women Now) the reason for the foundation was to support all women from all walks of life to reach their individual potentials.
The Twirl is designed to [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>This Autumn Gucci will be donate $100 of each sale of the Gucci Twirl to the non-profit organisation founded by Mary J. Blige F.F.A.W.N (Foundation for the Advancement of Women Now) the reason for the foundation was to support all women from all walks of life to reach their individual potentials.</p>
<p>The Twirl is designed to reflect a bold and unexpected statement of modern femininity.</p>
<p><img class="aligncenter size-medium wp-image-245" title="gucci-twirl" src="http://thewatchlab.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2009/09/gucci-twirl-300x286.jpg" alt="gucci-twirl" width="300" height="286" /></p>
<p>Within the <a title="Watch Repair" href="http://thewatchlab.co.uk/">watch repair</a> industry the <a title="gucci watch repairs" href="http://thewatchlab.co.uk/watch-repairs/gucci/">Gucci</a> brand if often referred to as either a designer or dress watch as many models feature diamonds and also high quality Swiss watch movements. For example the new Gucci Twirl features 34 black diamond’s (0.1 tcw)</p>
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		<title>&#8216;Hublot Tower Clock&#8217; Old Trafford, Manchester</title>
		<link>http://thewatchlab.co.uk/2009/09/17/hublot-tower-clock-old-trafford-manchester/</link>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2009 12:53:46 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Martyn</dc:creator>
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When you next visit old Trafford you might notice something slightly different, the new Hublot clock tower standing 10 metres high and 2 metres diameter designed to take pride of place in front of the legendary stadium east stand the gathering point for fans and television crews.
The strong relations between Manchester United have been well [...]]]></description>
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<p>When you next visit old Trafford you might notice something slightly different, the new Hublot clock tower standing 10 metres high and 2 metres diameter designed to take pride of place in front of the legendary stadium east stand the gathering point for fans and television crews.</p>
<p>The strong relations between Manchester United have been well documented across the internet with the new model “Red Devil Bang”.</p>
<p><img class="aligncenter size-medium wp-image-236" title="Hublot_ManchesterWatch1" src="http://thewatchlab.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2009/09/Hublot_ManchesterWatch1-224x300.jpg" alt="Hublot_ManchesterWatch1" width="224" height="300" /></p>
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		<title>Breitling iPhone App</title>
		<link>http://thewatchlab.co.uk/2009/09/02/breitling-iphone-app/</link>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 01 Sep 2009 23:48:46 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Martyn</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[It wasn’t long ago since Victorinox was making technology news with regards to being the first watch company to launch a iphone application, showcasing the brand and functions of the watches. Just months after Breitling have followed suit by launching the Chronomat B01 Application. The new application from Breitling has made use of the v3.0 [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>It wasn’t long ago since Victorinox was making technology news with regards to being the first watch company to launch a iphone application, showcasing the brand and functions of the watches. Just months after <a title="breitling watch repairs" href="http://thewatchlab.co.uk/watch-repairs/breitling/">Breitling</a> have followed suit by launching the Chronomat B01 Application. The new application from Breitling has made use of the v3.0 update from Apple allowing the point-of-sale location-tracking system to help Breilting fans locate the nearest authorized retailer.</p>
<p><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-229" title="bapple" src="http://thewatchlab.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2009/09/bapple.jpg" alt="bapple" width="473" height="228" /></p>
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		<title>TW Steel Announces A New Brand Ambassador James Hinchcliffe</title>
		<link>http://thewatchlab.co.uk/2009/04/24/tw-steel-announces-a-new-brand-ambassador-james-hinchcliffe/</link>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2009 17:00:34 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Martyn</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[TW Steel one of the most recognizable watch brands with oversized watch cases and large crowns have appointed James Hinchcliffe as their new brand ambassador.


James Hinchcliffe a 22-year-old from Toronto currently stands third in the Indy Lights Driving Standings. TW Steel CEO, Jordy Cobelens is thrilled to have James on-board as he explains that Canada [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>TW Steel one of the most recognizable watch brands with oversized watch cases and large crowns have appointed James Hinchcliffe as their new brand ambassador.</p>
<p style="text-align: left;"><img class="aligncenter size-medium wp-image-208" title="twsteel" src="http://thewatchlab.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2009/04/twsteel-300x225.jpg" alt="twsteel" width="300" height="225" /></p>
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James Hinchcliffe a 22-year-old from Toronto currently stands third in the Indy Lights Driving Standings. TW Steel CEO, Jordy Cobelens is thrilled to have James on-board as he explains that Canada is an important market for us, and hope to promote TW Steel on the back of James.</p>
<p><img class="aligncenter size-medium wp-image-209" title="twsteel-james-hinchcliffe" src="http://thewatchlab.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2009/04/twsteel-james-hinchcliffe-300x225.jpg" alt="twsteel-james-hinchcliffe" width="300" height="225" /></p>
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		<title>8 Reasons Why Watches Will Always Be More Popular Than Mobile Phones</title>
		<link>http://thewatchlab.co.uk/2009/03/23/8-reasons-why-watches-will-always-be-more-popular-than-mobile-phones/</link>
		<comments>http://thewatchlab.co.uk/2009/03/23/8-reasons-why-watches-will-always-be-more-popular-than-mobile-phones/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Mon, 23 Mar 2009 14:15:40 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Martyn</dc:creator>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://thewatchlab.co.uk/?p=186</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[People think a watch will become a thing of the past with mobile phones such as the IPhone offering greater features and functions compared to a wristwatch. With any new generation, new gadgets evolve. Recent articles explain how watches are being replaced with mobile phones.
The 8 articles below are reasons why this won’t be the [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>People think a <a title="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Watches" href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Watches">watch</a> will become a thing of the past with mobile phones such as the IPhone offering greater features and functions compared to a wristwatch. With any new generation, new gadgets evolve. Recent articles explain how watches are being replaced with mobile phones.<br />
The 8 articles below are reasons why this won’t be the case;</p>
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<li>Depending on the brand of watch, batteries can last 2 – 3 years. Some watches such as Casio can last for 10 years. Brands like Citizen Eco Drive work from light charging a capacitor within the watch. Some watches still need to be manually wound or automatic which the use of wrist movement to wind the mainspring. This compared to any mobile phone out performs any battery life. Even if they boast a massive 7 days battery life.</li>
<li>A wristwatch in certain social networks is classed as jewellery and can often be a status symbol. Many celebrities are renowned for wearing Rolex, Chopard and IWC and often ambassadors of the brand. Some celebrities are sponsored by watch companies to wear the brands on the red carpet. Take for example “Lewis Hamilton” recently signing a deal with Tag Heuer and launching a limited range. Mobile phones on the other hand are not promoted by celebrities as such and seen as a necessity of everyday life and business. How many times have you seen a celebrity get their mobile phone out on the red carpet?</li>
<li>A watch can be changed depending on the occasion or needs, granted not all watches cost thousands of pounds. Some start as little as £5 so getting a watch that will look good with your outfit is simple and cheap. Mobile phones on the other hand are usually on a contract and you could be possibly stuck with the model for 18 months.</li>
<li>Limitations of the wristwatch are pretty much zero you can take one anywhere and leave it switched on e.g. a plane, x-ray machine, court room, hospital, exams and many other places. Using a mobile phone in some of the suggest places could see you being arrested.</li>
<li>The wristwatch will always be popular with people who aren’t tech savvy. <a title="watches" href="http://www.impressivetime.com">Watches</a> are straight forward and simple, most not needing any input by the person wearing one. Mobile phones on the other hand will possibly need the keypad unlocking or buttons pressing to activate the screen.</li>
<li>Repairability: Having your watch repaired is quite straight forwards most towns or cities have a watch repair business. Most <a title="watch repairs" href="http://thewatchlab.co.uk">watch repairs</a> (i.e. batteries and straps) can be done within the hour. When your mobile phone breaks it’s usually more cost effective to replace or have a new one from your insurance company.</li>
<li>Ongoing costs: A watch is more cost effective than a mobile, once a watch is purchased it’s yours and any maintenance of the watch will possibly be a new battery or strap unless you break the watch. Mobile phones on the other hand are more costly to repair and also charged per usage monthly. Also not forgetting the charging of the phone every, or every other day.</li>
<li>What’s better in an emergency situation? Depending on the situation a mobile phone usually wins, but in different emergencies a wrist watch can outperform a mobile phone. The <a title="http://www.breitling.com/en/models/professional/emergency/" href="http://www.breitling.com/en/models/professional/emergency/">Breitling emergency</a> which many explorers wear, it can send a radio distress call from anywhere in the world and will alert all types of emergency services land, sea and air. A watch can also be used as a compass and help you navigate your way out of difficulty.</li>
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		<title>Gucci Has Sold Bedat &amp; Co</title>
		<link>http://thewatchlab.co.uk/2009/02/26/gucci-has-sold-bedat-co/</link>
		<comments>http://thewatchlab.co.uk/2009/02/26/gucci-has-sold-bedat-co/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Thu, 26 Feb 2009 21:08:10 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Martyn</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Breaking News]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[Breaking news within the watch industry. Bedat &#38; Co renowned for making fine Swiss watches have been sold to a Malaysia-based brand management company. The original owners of the company Gucci who acquired Bedat &#38; Co in late December. It&#8217;s understood that Luxury Concepts the new owners of the brand will be taking over full [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p style="text-align: left;">Breaking news within the watch industry. <a title="Bedat &amp; Co" href="http://thewatchlab.co.uk/watch-repairs/bedat-co/">Bedat &amp; Co</a> renowned for making fine Swiss watches have been sold to a Malaysia-based brand management company. The original owners of the company Gucci who acquired Bedat &amp; Co in late December. It&#8217;s understood that Luxury Concepts the new owners of the brand will be taking over full stocks.</p>
<p style="text-align: left;"><img class="size-medium wp-image-169 alignnone" title="bedat" src="http://thewatchlab.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2009/02/bedat-246x300.jpg" alt="bedat" width="142" height="173" /></p>
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		<title>Seiko Change The Watch Industry</title>
		<link>http://thewatchlab.co.uk/2008/11/18/seiko-change-the-watch-industry/</link>
		<comments>http://thewatchlab.co.uk/2008/11/18/seiko-change-the-watch-industry/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Tue, 18 Nov 2008 09:31:06 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Martyn</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Seiko are very well known in the watch industry but their popularity could become even more greater. With greater pressure being made by the government to help the environment. Seiko Have taken the first step to remove mercury from their watch batteries. Every day thousands of watch repairs are carried out, the most popular repair [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Seiko are very well known in the watch industry but their popularity could become even more greater. With greater pressure being made by the government to help the environment. Seiko Have taken the first step to remove mercury from their watch batteries. Every day thousands of <a title="watch repairs" href="http://thewatchlab.co.uk">watch repairs</a> are carried out, the most popular repair usually a battery and reseal.</p>
<p>With Seiko leading the way hundreds of kilos of toxic metals will no longer be released into the atmosphere.</p>
<p>All watches now from Seiko offer mercury free <a title="watch batteries" href="http://thewatchlab.co.uk/watch-batteries/">watch batteries</a>!</p>
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